Outdoor Utility Locate Technician - Paid Training & Benefits

Stake Center Locating; O'Fallon (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

Safety shoe vouchers

Company vehicle with fuel card

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground. We will train you on the job with 100% paid training, and provide a vehicle with a fuel card for daily commutes.

A PTO/holiday package, safety shoe vouchers, and a 401(k) with company match are offered. The role requires a willingness to work outdoors in all weather, independence, and strong problem-solving skills, with occasional evenings, weekends, and on-call

Qualifications

• Eighteen years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to walk up to 5 miles a day 2-3 times a week.
• Ability to carry up to 5 lbs of electronic locating equipment for extended periods of time; lifting objects up to 25 lbs or lifting in excess of 75 lbs with tool aids.
• Pass pre-employment background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Think Safety First!
• Use a laptop computer to receive, document and process tickets and email.
• Read maps, interpret blueprints, and determine the best method & sequence for locating.
• Use provided locate equipment & technology to accurately locate underground utilities.
• Communicate effective with peers, managers, and homeowners.

Skills

Reading maps

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Locate equipment

Job description

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground. We will train you on the job with 100% paid training, and provide a vehicle with a fuel card for daily commutes.

A PTO/holiday package, safety shoe vouchers, and a 401(k) with company match are offered. The role requires a willingness to work outdoors in all weather, independence, and strong problem-solving skills, with occasional evenings, weekends, and on-call